Fair Housing Essentials


Fair Housing Essentials

The Fair Housing Act is a critical piece of legislation designed to prevent housing discrimination and ensure equal opportunities for all individuals. As property managers, we prioritize compliance to protect both property owners and residents. Here’s what you need to know:

What is the Fair Housing Act?

The Fair Housing Act prohibits discrimination in housing-related activities, including the sale, rental, and advertising of properties, based on the following protected classes: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, National origin, Disability, Familial status 


This means that every applicant must have an equal opportunity to apply and be evaluated based on consistent, non-discriminatory criteria.

How We Ensure Compliance

At All 3 Realty, we are committed to upholding fair housing laws by implementing consistent practices, including:

  1. Fair and Consistent Screening:

    All applicants are screened using the same criteria outlined in our Minimum Standards of Rental Qualifications. This ensures that every decision is impartial and based solely on merit.

  2. No Picking and Choosing Residents

    To avoid potential violations, we do not allow owners to pick and choose their residents. This prevents subjective decisions that could inadvertently violate the law. Instead, we handle the entire screening process to ensure full compliance.

  3. Training and Awareness:

    Our team is trained to identify and prevent discriminatory practices, ensuring that all communications and actions align with fair housing regulations.

Why This Matters for Owners

Following the Fair Housing Act isn’t just about avoiding fines or lawsuits—it’s about doing the right thing. By partnering with us, you can trust that your property is managed with integrity, fairness, and full compliance.

If you’d like to learn more about the Fair Housing Act, you can read more here and here.

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